Diploma: Social Work
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is a 480-credit, NQF Level 7 diploma focused on social work within the Promotive Health and Developmental Services subfield. The qualification is associated with the University of the Western Cape as its originator. Its recorded registration-end date is 31 December 2018, and its current SAQA status should be verified before it is considered for enrolment.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in social work and related health, development or community-support contexts might consider this qualification, subject to confirming the current status and any applicable admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide a basis for pursuing social work-related work or further development, but the available evidence does not identify approved related careers or establish eligibility for professional registration, appointment or employment.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Diploma: Social Work
- SAQA ID
- 8151
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 7
- Minimum credits
- 480
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Promotive Health and Developmental Services
- Originator
- University of the Western Cape
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2018-12-31
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification's current SAQA registration and enrolment status directly with SAQA or the relevant official source.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is valid.
- Check the applicable admission requirements with the provider.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any workplace, practical or experiential requirements that may apply.
- Confirm whether any professional registration or other regulatory steps are required after completion; these are not established by the available qualification evidence.